Course: Gas Metal Arc Welding

Course Description
This course is Gas Metal Arc Welding where students learn "MIG" welding. They also learn the proper settings and adjustments on various brands and models of MIG welders. Students will learn the basics of fitting for MIG welding and setup for various welding positions.

Certificate
Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of MIG welding tools and techniques based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Technical Competency is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

Competencies (skills you will learn)

  • Describe the various methods of metal transfer in GMA welding
  • Demonstrate the effect of slope and inductance on GMA welding
  • Demonstrate the four variables used to control the GMA welding
  • Name the parts of a GMA welding setup
  • Demonstrate satisfactory welds in all positions using the short-circuiting metal transfer method
  • Demonstrate satisfactory welds in the 1F, 2F, and 1G positions using the pulsed-arc metal transfer method

Course Structure
This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length
The estimated length of this course is 35 hours.
Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Specific Course Admission Requirements
Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course. Also, the Welding Introduction and Safety Course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials

Safety Glasses - required
ISBN:N/A
Price:$3.74

Welding 5th Ed. Principles and Applications - required
ISBN:9781401829353
Price:$130.00

Welding Student Packets Manual - required
ISBN:N/A
Price:$8.50

NOTE: Additional supplies are required for this course. Supplies are not available at the campus bookstore, except safety glasses. Please see the info sheet for the Welding Technician Program for a complete list of these supplies.

Course Location and Schedule
Granite High School (3305 S. 500 E., SLC): Monday - Thursday, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Tuition and Fees
Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. Adult full-time student tuition at the SLTATC is $4.00 - $1.30 per hour depending on the number of hours enrolled. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please see the SLTATC Monthly Tuition and Fee Schedule or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.

This course also has individual one-time supply and lab fees of $55. Please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.